STAGES OF GROWING A BEARD [INFOGRAPHIC]

if you’re thinking about growing a beard or just in the early stages – hang in there!It can be a little rough at times, but ask anyone with a full beard and you’ll quickly realize it’s worth it.WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING A BEARDWeek 1-Itchiness is the first thing you’ll notice. Power through.-Start using a beard oil of some kind to help keep your face and beard moisturized.Week 2-3-You’ll start to notice the beginnings of what your beard will look like.-This is the stubble stage, it’s also one that is most popular with the ladies.Week 4-8-The bum stage. People will ask you if you’re going to shave.-You’re going to start noticing the patches, but resist the urge to trim.Week 9-13 (2-3 Months)-You’ve made it to a pivotal point. The patches should be filling in nicely.-It’s a good time to see a barber you trust for a trim.4-5 Months-It may seem like the growth has slowed but keep going!-By now you’ll probably be settled on what shape you want your beard to have.6-8 Months-The fullness will become noticeable. You may even see your beard in your peripheral vision.-Either keep letting your barber clean it up when you visit, or learn how to do it yourself.9-12 Months-Maintain the status quo. If you trim it yourself and mess up don’t make any rash decisions and shave it all off.-You are becoming a beard aficionado.1 Year and Beyond-You’ve reached a yeard (a beard grown for a year).-Determine the length you want to go for. If you’d like to keep the length going, then keep on growing. Otherwise keep it styled using beard waxes and balms.